I have spent my life travelling and immersing myself in diverse cultures, and it is clear that Navakaraṇa has been deeply shaped by this vibrant journey. The richness of these experiences and cultural encounters is woven into its very foundation.

Navakaraṇa Sākalya Tantra—often referred to simply as Navakaraṇa Tantra—is a methodology for self-directed, holistic transformation. I developed this method through the multidisciplinary integration of both ancient wisdom and modern disciplines, drawing from philosophy, psychology, kinesiology, the art of movement, musicology, and linguistics. Though innovative in its approach, Navakaraṇa is firmly rooted in ancient traditions—reimagined to serve the needs of contemporary seekers. It would be a futile effort to chronologically list all the events that shaped Navakaraṇa Tantra into what it is today. Its evolution has been an unbroken sequence of travels across diverse places, encounters with various people, and profound, life-altering experiences. Attempting to summarise these events succinctly within the scope of this introduction “The Origins” would be impossible. In this introduction, I will briefly touch on a few key moments that I believe are essential for understanding the origins of Navakaraṇa Tantra. 

Undoubtedly, the first significant step in its development occurred in 1998, when I made the life-altering decision to leave my family, my career as a designer and photographer, and my homeland to embark on a journey of self-discovery—seeking to understand who I am, the nature of life, and my life’s purpose. This marked not only the beginning of a conscious and purposeful way of living but also laid the foundation for what would later become Navakaraṇa Tantra.